Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic) (AUT)

Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT) is among the oldest and most prestigious of higher education technical and engineering institutes in Iran. AUT’s lengthy history of success has flourished even more significantly, after the Islamic Revolutio en more significantly, after the Islamic Revolution in Iran. Amirkabir University has continuously offered distinguished services and contributed to the achievement of numerous educational and research goals. AUT is located in the central part of Tehran, giving students the benefit of being close to the city’s many historical sites, cultural attractions and events. From museums, theaters, concert halls and art galleries, to ski resorts, local cafes and lively restaurants with, Tehran has much to offer those who wish for a vibrant and memorable student life. AUT students experience a myriad of social, cultural, educational, and recreational activities and events during their academic life. They are provided with health services, housing and dining services, as well as recreational facilities and spaces. Students are invited to participate in their choice of the many student associations and groups with which they may share their personal passions and connect with other students. From poetry and movie clubs to astronomy and religious clubs, each student can find his/her interest and experience a dynamic life at AUT. Besides AUT’s presidents, the expansion and honor of Amirkabir University of Technology in all scientific and industrial realms is due to the attempts and contributions of officials, professors, deans, alumni, staff, and students who have each had their share in elevating AUT’s academic level in achieving its greatness. During the Islamic Revolution, Tehran Polytechnic was an active student hub and played an active role in its victory. After the Islamic Revolution, Tehran Polytechnic became a university in 1979 and was named Amirkabir University of Technology in memory of Amirkabir Farahani, an outstanding figure in Iran’s contemporary history who had resolved to expand and develop the pillars of technology and industry in Iran. In order to comply with the cultural and scientific policies of the new sovereignty, AUT underwent major changes in its organization which include: Faculty for Training Teachers of Science and Technology was separated from AUT due to the overlap of its mission with Teacher Training Centers and was annexed to the teacher training academic system. The Higher School of Civil Construction was separated from AUT and was annexed to a complex named Khaje Nasir-e-Din Toosi University. Establishment of new faculties and courses especially at the graduate level which led to the establishment of six new faculties in the span of 1989 to 1996. The initial establishment and formation of AUT dates back to October 1956. The initial core of the university was, then, formed under the name Tehran Polytechnic in order to expand the activities of two technical institutions of the time: Civil Engineering Institute and The Higher Art Center. The first group of students were admitted in 1957 through an internal exam and AUT officially commenced its activities in 1958, with five engineering majors: Electronics and Electrical, Mechanical, Textile, Chemistry and Civil Engineering. Along with the gradual expansion of the university up to 1978, the following five sectors were also added: Faculty of Technology: This faculty constituted the core of Tehran Polytechnic and incorporated 6 institutes or educational departments, namely, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering, Polymer and Textile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering and Industrial Engineering. Faculty for Training Teachers of Science and Technology was formed in 1955 in collaboration with the Ministry of Education. Faculty of Basic and Computer Sciences: This faculty was established in order to offer courses to students of other majors and the courses taught were non-degree. Institute of Graduate Studies and Research: This institute was established in order to administer the MSc programs and the university’s research affairs. At the time, this institute used to manage 5 MSc programs and the Center for Research in Food Industries. From 1977 onward, administration of the Higher School of Civil Construction was left to Tehran Polytechnic and, in this way, this unit was annexed to AUT as the fifth sector. ...view more